Job Description

Job Title:

Mid-level Backend Developer

Location:

Dubai, UAE

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Backend Developer (Mid-level) to join our engineering team. You'll be responsible for designing, building, and scaling robust backend systems that power our applications. The ideal candidate has strong experience with Python and Django, a solid understanding of distributed systems, and is comfortable working with cloud-native environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Python (Django) Write, optimize, and maintain SQL queries to ensure efficient data operations Work with PostgreSQL and MySQL for relational data modeling and performance tuning Build and maintain integrations with AWS services Implement messaging and streaming systems with Kafka Manage background task processing using Celery and Redis Optimize and scale systems to handle high throughput and reliability Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver end-to-end features Write clean, testable, and maintainable code, following best practices Monitor, debug, and improve system performance and reliability

Requirements:

3+ years (Mid-level) of professional experience as a backend developer Strong proficiency in Python and experience with Django Proficiency in SQL with the ability to write and understand complex queries Solid experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) Experience with distributed systems, event-driven architecture, or message queues (Kafka is a plus) Knowledge of Celery and Redis for background task management Hands-on experience with AWS services for deployment, scaling, and monitoring Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice to Have:

Experience with Docker/Kubernetes or other container orchestration tools Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Previous experience in a startup or high-growth environment

Only those based in Dubai will be considered for the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED6,500.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Where are you based? What is your expected salary?
Experience:

python: 2 years (Required) django: 2 years (Required) mysql: 2 years (Required)
Expected Start Date: 05/10/2025